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  1. How to Install Windows 11 24H2 Update: A Comprehensive Guide

    Microsoft has rolled out the Windows 11 24H2 update, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most significant updates in recent memory. This update, while tailored for Copilot+ PCs, also carries an array of new features that promise to enhance the user experience across all devices running Windows...
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    FIREBAT T8 Pro Plus Mini PC N100 16gb, 512gb FRESH Windows 11 install issues

    Issues fresh installing windows from media creation tool via usb on their Firebat T8 pro plus. I get the below errors, the first one can be fixed with disk part command. However the second one is always there and can’t seem to get rid of it. Installed media tool straight through the media...
  3. How to Create Installation Media for Windows 7, 8.1, 10, and 11

    Creating installation media for Windows has long been a crucial task that enables users to install, reinstall, or repair their operating system. Whether you're upgrading to the latest version, troubleshooting an existing installation, or performing a clean install, having a reliable installation...
  4. Windows 11 KB5044284 Update: Security Enhancements & MCT Guide

    Microsoft recently let loose its first Patch Tuesday update for Windows 11 version 24H2—known as KB5044284—ushering in improvements and essential security upgrades. This update marks the latest in a series of enhancements and is now readily available for Windows users through the official Media...
  5. Windows 11 24H2 Update: Your Guide to Installation and New Features

    The wait is officially over! After spending nearly a year nestled within the Insider Program, Windows 11 24H2 has finally blossomed into a full-fledged, widely-available update for all users. As the third major version update since the OS's initial launch in 2021, this release comes packed with...
  6. How to Download Windows 11 ISO Files Legally: A Complete Guide

    Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of operating systems, Windows 11 has emerged as a robust platform for both casual users and professionals. Released initially in October 2021, Windows 11 brought with it a slew of new features, a fresh design, and enhancements that pushed the...
  7. How to Easily Create a Bootable USB Drive for Windows 11

    Creating a bootable USB drive is becoming an essential task for many Windows users, particularly with the introduction of Windows 11. A bootable USB drive allows for convenient installation of the operating system on various devices and is particularly helpful for clean installations or system...
  8. Step-by-Step Guide: Create a Bootable USB Drive for Windows 11

    Creating a bootable USB drive for Windows 11 is a vital task for users who wish to upgrade from Windows 10 or reset a sluggish system. This comprehensive guide delves into the methods for creating a Windows 11 bootable USB, covering easy steps, tools needed, and what to consider throughout the...
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    Windows 11 BSOD when clean install

    hi there it seems like a similar problem to the last one posted, but for not confusing the problem I opened a new thread. I disabled secure boot, there are no devices attached beside mouse, keyboard and the usb-stick (no ethernetcable as well). Here's my problem: i had a running desktop gaming...
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    Media Creation tool to restore image

    Can the Media Creation Tool be used to boot a PC and restore a recently created drive image (22H2) for Windows 10, i.e. without restoring or installing a clean new installation? Essentially can it do what the Repair Disk used to do?
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    Upgrade to larger SSD UEFI vs. BIOS

    I want to upgrade my SSD to a larger drive. My HP Probook 450 G3 is running Windows 10 64 bit, and has UEFI disabled, running in BIOS mode. I have created an image on an external USB 2TB drive using the Windows 10/7 backup app. To restore that image on the new SSD, I need bootable media, but...
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    Windows 10 Power on Gives Two Windows 10 Options

    I had to do a re-install of Windows 10 on my older laptop (HP X360). I used the Windows Media Creation Tool to install a basic system. Everything seems to be working and I have installed most of the programs, address book and Favorites that I need. BUT, one thing that I don't understand is when...
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    Windows 10 Windows10 ISO validation and installation

    Users from the Russian Federation can currently get iso only through the windows media creation tool service. And since microsoft does not provide checksums, there is no way to check the created image, moreover, the checksums of the files vary with each new launch. Based on the above, I have a...
  14. Windows 10 Can't double click to open .bat files

    I have a couple of batch files that i run when i play a specific game. I used to be able to double click them to execute some commands. Now i am forced to right click and run as admin. I feel like i've tried everything to fix this even gone as far as trying a new account. I know media creation...
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    Windows 10 Transferring Windows 10 to a new computer.

    I created a Windows 10 recovery drive on USB a while ago and I reckon I could create an updated version from ;media creation tool'. Can anyone tell me if I can then use this to install Windows 10 on a new PC when I stop using this 8 year old slow model? I have a product code for the original...
  16. Windows 10 Want to reinstall Windows 10 from ISO image on DVD without losing installed program

    Background: A messed up attempt at restoring my Windows 10 Pro state to 3 days earlier using a Macrium Reflect backup corrupted my PC boot record and I was unable to fix it using bootrec and diskpart. So, now I want to reinstall it without losing my programs from an ISO image that I produced...
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    Windows 10 windows upgrade 7 to 10

    I am tasked with upgrading Win 7 workstations to Win 10. I have successfully upgraded two(2) windows 7 machines to Windows 10 using the Media creation tool with the option "Upgrade this PC". The process took about 30 minutes for each and one workstation was a 32-bit OS and the other was a...
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    Windows 10 Windows 10 install error

    I came here for some assistance regarding a problem I can't seem to overcome. We're a VERY SMALL company with only seven PCs and three laptops, and since I guess I'm the only one with ANY 'knowledge' whatsoever about such things (and I am not, in all truth, all THAT 'knowledgeable' in any real...
  19. Windows 10 Installation Problems

    How can make a hard drive that allows me to install both 64-bit and 32-bit windows into any machine if I plug it into. I don't mean a USB stick, or external hard drive, I mean an actual hard drive. This is my only option right now. I tried the media creation tool but it only allows me to use...
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    Windows 10 Avoid login screen, password etc

    I’m beefing up my laptop (which in any event needs a new cooling fan (sounds like a 737 starting up sometimes) and battery (short charge time and looks a bit lumpy) with a new SSD. I’ve retrieved the product key just in case, and this is going to be a completely fresh installation using the...